Full-time 1st Shift - Behavioral Health Technician

Kingston Wellness Retreat; Kingston (GA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life

Employee Assistance Program

401(k) Match

Paid-Time Off

Sick Time

Holiday Pay

Job summary

Kingston Wellness Retreat is seeking a Behavioral Health Technician to assist in providing a safe environment for individuals in a temperature-controlled setting. Responsibilities include monitoring client safety, participating in training, and ensuring proper documentation.

Candidates should be detail-oriented with strong verbal communication skills and preferably have experience in mental health or substance abuse settings. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, 401(k) match, and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Experience working in substance abuse and/or mental health preferred.
• Valid state driving license with no major violations in the past five years.

Responsibilities

• Monitor clients at all times to ensure safety and wellbeing.
• De-escalate client problems and provide emotional support.
• Complete assigned paperwork accurately and timely.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Ability to multi-task

Familiar with electronic medical records (EMR) systems

Education

High School Graduate or GED

Job description

Position Summary

The purpose of the Behavioral Health Technician is to assist in providing a safe environment for individuals. The BHT answers clients’ questions and assists in adjusting program routine, reports any changes in the client’s physical or mental condition. The BHT is responsible for supervising clients during the program with emphasis on client safety and wellbeing.

Essential Duties

• Record inventory log of all personal belongings, valuables and return tickets. Tickets and valuables to be kept in the safe.
• Complete required lab requisitions per protocol.
• Monitor clients at all times to include specific rounds and logging clients’ whereabouts.
• De‑escalate AMA and other client problems.
• Participate in all staff meetings as scheduled.
• Ensure garbage is disposed of properly throughout shifts as needed.
• Monitor group room to ensure cleanliness after each activity.
• Hand off information necessary for the next shift technician after each shift, maintain a logbook for continuity of care, and participate in shift turnover so that the next shift is aware of pertinent information as it relates to clients.
• Attend required staff training.
• Supervise clients completing the program with emphasis on safety and well‑being.
• Remind clients of program rules and regulations as necessary and report infractions immediately.
• Provide emotional support for clients while referring them to therapy staff to address clinical issues.
• Complete assigned paperwork in a neat, timely and accurate manner.
• Communicate with other staff as necessary to promote quality client care.
• Participate in maintaining clean, properly supplied and efficient work areas.
• Observe and report safety and maintenance problems.
• Interact appropriately with clients, showing respect while maintaining boundaries.
• Exercise sound professional judgement and seek assistance as necessary to effectively manage client behavior, including but not limited to suicidal concerns and issues of trauma.
• Protect privacy of all client information in accordance with facility privacy policies and procedures.
• Transport clients as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Graduate or GED preferred.
• Experience working in substance abuse and/or mental health preferred.
• Valid state driving license with no major violations in the past five (5) years.

Key Competencies

• Must be detail‑oriented.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Able to work under pressure and meet deadlines, as well as be flexible and dependable.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Must have the ability to multi‑task and manage time effectively.
• Ability to work independently and make sound decisions.
• Empathetic and non‑judgmental approach when working with clients from diverse backgrounds.
• Familiar with electronic medical records (EMR) systems.

Work Environment

This position is required to work in a temperature‑controlled environment 80%–90% of the time spent indoors. Potential exposure to violent situations. Potential exposure to airborne/blood‑borne pathogens or other potentially infectious materials. Standing, walking, bending, stooping/kneeling, reaching, pushing. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Benefits Include

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401(k) Match
• Paid‑Time Off
• Sick Time
• Holiday Pay